Serving 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West Hancock Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hancock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Hancock Elementary School's student population of 290 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Hancock Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Hancock Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#160 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
77%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hancock Elementary School's ranking?
West Hancock Elementary School is ranked #160 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Hancock Elementary School often compared to?
West Hancock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend West Hancock Elementary School?
290 students attend West Hancock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of West Hancock Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hancock Elementary School?
West Hancock Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Hancock Elementary School offer ?
West Hancock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Hancock Elementary School part of?
West Hancock Elementary School is part of West Hancock Comm School District.
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